Signs of cocaine addiction?

Question

does anyone know some key signs for someone that is trying to hide usage of cocaine? my friend lives an hour away now and i cannot keep track of her actions all of the time...she had gotten into it a year ago pretty bad ....but she tells me that she isn't still doing it....but i guess i never know if she is telling me the truth to cover it up

ps.....i have been best friends with her for over 13 years.....and i want to make sure she is okay because i love her....not because i don't have anything better to do (thanks) but because she is like my sister....and i don't want anything bad to happen to her because i'm not there......i don't get to see her as often anymore....and phone calls are now limited because she is hard to get in touch with these days....

Answer 1

nose bleeds, shaking,hyper active,grinding teethe,sores,weight loss.i think your a very good friend being concerned and all.some people need an intervention and you sound like the person to do it.i would b glad ur my friend if i was her.some people turn to prostitution bcuz their too embarrassed to let some one know what they r doing.don't let it get that far and also don't push it as much,she'll just find other friends that do the same thing and she'll shut u out.goodluck!!!!!!!

Answer 2

She'll have black bags under her eyes, bloodshot eyes, constantly runny nose, involuntary twitching, nervousness, she might complain of chest pain or a sore throat. Some of these symptoms occur even if she doesn't use anymore, though.

The biggest thing to look for is the runny nose and messed up eyes. Don't say anything to her until you're absolutely positive she's still using. And when you do, gently express your concern, listen to what she has to say, and let it go. Now she knows that you care, but you're not going to be a nag about it.

There is no guarantee that you can make her stop. If she's got it in her head that there's no getting out of being an addict, then forced detox could be the only thing stopping her. And no one wants that. Just do what you can, and let it go. I'm sorry about your friend, but I don't know what else to say.

Answer 3

Bless you, be sure you comprise drug attempting out as a prerequisite for him to be sure his son. The signs and indications are not trouble-free to % out while you're actually not residing with the guy...& each and every from time to time whether you're. If the actuality has been pronounced in courtroom formerly or if the government have been ever in touch...this is going to likely be on checklist. There should not be any rationalization which you would be able to be sure whether or no longer he's applying returned...this is why the courtroom is there. solid success!

Answer 4

Snappiness, mood swings (possibly to violent extremes), excessive [fast] talking, twitchyness/shaking, weightloss and insomnia are a few things which I can think of. If you talk to her online/on the phone then keep a note of her sleeping pattern.

Sniffing/red eyes can be signs of a blocked nose/cold or allergies, and are not much of a giveaway. By some of the descriptions on here some people must think everyone with hay-fever is a cocaine addict.

Answer 5

Common physical signs of cocaine addiction include but are not limited to:

* Red, bloodshot eyes
* Runny nose or frequent sniffing
* Weight loss
* Increased susceptibility to illness
* Increased blood pressure
* Constricted blood vessels
* Dilated pupils
* Increased heart rate
* Increased temperature
* Nosebleeds
* Altered motor activities (tremors, hyperactivity)
* Perspiration or chills
* Nausea or vomiting

Common emotional signs of cocaine addiction include but are not limited to:

* Change in eating or sleeping patterns
* Change in groups of friends
* Change in school grades or behavior
* Withdrawn, depressed, tired, or careless about personal appearance
* Loss of interest in school, family, or activities
* Frequently in need of money
* Unusual energy followed by excessive sleeping
* Depression
* Irritability
* Erratic behavior
* Isolation
* Strained relationships
* Missed work
* Increased time away from family
* Stealing/Lying/Financial problems
* Thoughts of suicide
* Paranoia
* Auditory hallucinations
* Talking rapidly

Common signs of cocaine addiction withdrawal include but are not limited to:

* depressed mood
* fatigue
* generalized malaise
* vivid and unpleasant dreams
* agitation and restless behavior
* slowing of activity
* increased appetite
* intense cravings for cocaine

Answer 6

Sniffling and rubbing her nose A LOT. As in constantly. Even if you don't see her often you can hear her doing it on the phone.

And it is very different from allergies. Coke sniffing is almost like a twitch.

From what you added if you aren't seeing her and aren't talking to her you aren't going to know. Call and talk to her parents, call and talk to her school's guidance counselor, call anyone you can who can keep an eye on her.

It is your business because you love her-but realize that sometimes there really is nothing you can do.

Answer 7

my ex husband was able to cover it up until after the divorce, but that is only because I was uneducated and had no idea other than movies what would be involved, aparatus or whatever.... I don't know why you are trying to keep track of her life when she is an hour away.........don't you have things to do? I couldn't care less what my ex is doing right now, I am busy taking care of my life and my kids. If he goes to jail or burns his brain with his habit, that's his problem now. I have enough to worry about right here.

Answer 8

PARANOIA, like never before. Honestly the best way to describe someone who is using is when they schizophrenia behavior, no joke.

Answer 9

1. bowel movements that last longer than thirty minutes
2. overly enthusiastic desire for corn flakes
3. excessive need to change wardrobe
4. television played at low volume then played at high volume then low volume again
5. interest in things like wrestling, bird migration and composting

Answer 10

just secretive ....

ask them about things and if it dosent add up properly that its a lie ...

drug abusers hide problems very well to start and then before to long they are a mess ....

U cant do anything to stop them doing what they are going to do ..so dont worry so much it wont do any good